North Carolina News

Feeling The Pain At The Pump? Experts Explain Causes For Increase In Gas Prices

Gas prices are on the rise across the Carolinas.

Gastonia Man Charged With Sexual Battery, Indecent Liberties

A 38-year-old man has been charged with indecent liberties with a child and sexual battery following an investigation, according to Gaston County Police.

Enjoy Easter Brunch At Fine & Fettle

Spring is in the air! Fine & Fettle would like to invite you to join them for Easter Brunch!

Dunkin’ and UNC Coach Roy Williams Team Up for a Cause, Creating the Ol’ Roy Donut During March Madness

Just in time for March Madness, Dunkin’ has teamed up with The University of North Carolina Men’s Basketball Coach Roy Williams to raise money for UNC Children’s Hospital and Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina by introducing a limited time only donut. We try the Carolina blue treats on Rising!

South Charlotte Rezoning Fight Comes Amid Controversy Over Eliminating Single-Family-Only Zoning

South Charlotte neighbors are pushing back against a proposed townhome community along Providence Road. It comes as debate grows over a plan that would eliminate single-family-only zoning in Charlotte.

AAA: Gas Prices Rise 10+ Cents In The Carolinas; Highest Since April 2019

Following last month’s winter storm, gas price averages have jumped 10 to 12 cents in the Carolinas and prices will likely continue to increase this week, following the EIA’s latest weekly reports showing a second week of major decline in gasoline stocks and a substantial increase in U.S. demand.

NC Unemployment Rate Falls To 5.9%; Pandemic Peak Now Higher

North Carolina’s unemployment rate fell below 6% during January, government officials said on Monday, although jobless figures remain well above those recorded before the COVID-19 pandemic contracted commerce.

The Humane Society Of Charlotte Breaks Ground On New Animal Resource Center With Special Guest, Stephanie Rivera

The Humane Society of Charlotte will break ground on the new HSC Animal Resource Center tomorrow, Tuesday, March 16 at 11:30 am. A very special guest will be in attendance to see the long-anticipated project kick-off: Stephanie Rivera.

CMPD: 18-Year-Old Shot, Killed In East Charlotte

Police are investigating an east Charlotte homicide after an 18-year-old was shot and killed Sunday.

Novant Health Hospitals Update Visitors Restrictions

As COVID-19 cases continue to decline in our communities, Novant Health is adjusting its visitor restrictions. Most adults and children hospitalized at Novant Health facilities in North Carolina will be allowed to have two visitors per day.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Animal Care & Control Has Been Selected As A Pets for the Elderly Foundation Partner Shelter

CMPD AC&C has been selected as a new shelter partner of Pets for the Elderly, a national nonprofit organization that pays a portion of the fee for senior citizens (age 60 and over) to adopt a companion dog or cat from a participating PFE animal shelter.